No. 279, July 2018

Second Act Cellist Lynn Harrell on his film debut and the artistic similarities between acting and making music By David Templeton   Einstein’s Violin The famous scientist’s prized instrument hit a high note when it sold for more than a half-million dollars at auction By Rebecca Rego Barry   Reaching Out Violinist Ilmar Gavilán and the Harlem Quartet are on a mission to connect audiences with the varied repertoire they love By Whitney Phaneuf   SPECIAL FOCUS: 2018 Buyer’s Guide   Accessorize Your Musical Life Make string playing a part of your signature style By Megan Westberg & Stephanie Powell   Trial Run A guide to selecting your next bow By Cristina Schreil   How to Buy a Stringed Instrument at Auction Take a few simple steps before you bid to make the best purchase By Greg Cahill   2018 ‘Strings’ Buyer’s Guide Directory   Editor’s Note   News & Notes Wigmore Hall Quartet Competition results, plus Milestones, 5 Minutes with Laurie Niles, and more   Shop Talk Baroque bow mak